About Ric

Ric Keller is a professor, keynote speaker, award-winning author, attorney, and former U.S. Congressman. A graduate of Harvard University and Vanderbilt Law School, he teaches civil discourse as a Professor of the Practice at the University of Florida Hamilton School.

Ric helps leaders disagree better without losing trust. Drawing on decades of experience as a trial attorney and member of Congress, he teaches the L.A.W. framework he developed to help leaders navigate difficult conversations, strengthen relationships, and communicate persuasively through story, levity, and civility. 

Ric delivered the popular TEDx Talk, “The Power of Self-Deprecating Humor,” and his book, Chase the Bears, became a #1 Amazon bestseller. His forthcoming book, Disagree Better: Challenge Ideas, Respect People, will be released in 2027.